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LOCAL NEWS


3 hours ago

Over 2,000 AEP customers without power in Virginia after high winds

5 hours ago

Vigil held in honor of missing three-month-old

6 hours ago

Consignment sale gears up for final day

5 hours ago

Blacksburg Shooting Range Temporarily Closed

To protect public and firefighter health and safety, the Blacksburg Shooting Range in Montgomery County is temporarily closed. The entrance road to the shooting range is also temporarily closed.

5 hours ago

Pulaski County Chair Laura Walters talks about women leading in government

Pulaski County Chair Laura Walters talks about March being Women's History Month, and focusing on leaders in the workplace and government.

5 hours ago

Organizers prepare for the 15th Annual Bull and Oyster Fest

There’s still time to get tickets for the annual Rockbridge Bull and Oyster Festival. Leaders said 800 people showed up to last year’s event.

ROANOKE


5 hours ago

Vigil held in honor of missing three-month-old

Supporters gathered for a vigil to remember Arieanna Day nearly five years after her disappearance.

5 hours ago

Pedestrian crash closes portion of Hershberger Rd. NW, police say

We are told one person is hospitalized following car vs. pedestrian crash in Roanoke.

23 hours ago

Crews give all-clear after Berglund Center evacuation due to potential gas leak

Roanoke Fire-EMS said the all-clear was given after fire personnel responded to the call for a potential gas leak at the Berglund Center in Roanoke Saturday.

1 day ago

Roanoke talent show held for gun violence prevention

Over 20 Roanoke city youth participated in the first of it's kind talent show.

1 day ago

Virginia Tech, Roanoke College announce ‘Direct to Tech’ partnership

Roanoke College and Virginia Tech are partnering up to advance the technology field.

1 day ago

Roanoke City Councilmember announces plans to run for Senate of Virginia

A Roanoke City Councilmember wants to represent Southwest Virginia in Richmond.

LYNCHBURG


1 day ago

Search warrants reveal Lynchburg 16-year-old was in driver’s seat of car in deadly shooting

According to search warrants, the 16-year-old was shot in the head and was found in the driver's seat of the car.

2 days ago

16-year-old dead after Lynchburg shooting, police say

A 16-year-old is dead after a shooting in Lynchburg Thursday, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.

3 days ago

Montgomery County allows students, staff to take mental health days

The policy is working and helping connect families with resources.

Lynchburg firefighter returns home after suffering stroke, thanks community for support

The Lynchburg firefighter has spent the last 2 and a half weeks in a hospital bed. At the end of February, the otherwise healthy 46-year-old suffered a stroke out of the blue.

Tasty Tuesday: Upper Crust Pizza Co.’s nearly 20-year legacy extends from store to food trucks

Michael Torrence and his wife started Upper Crust in 2005 and haven't looked back since!

Lynchburg Fire Department accepts donation from Mission BBQ

The Lynchburg Fire Department is thanking Community Ambassador Roberta Sonner and other members of the Wards Road Mission BBQ for their support and partnership.

VIRGINIA


16 hours ago

Virginia Tech holds open practice at Lane Stadium


19 hours ago

Virginia Tech defeats Tennessee in Sweet 16, 73-64


1 day ago

Virginia Tech, Tennessee to show up as two different teams in second meeting


1 day ago

Virginia Tech women business-like, poised as round of 16 approaches


1 day ago

Virginia Tech Hokies among those making noise in Women’s History Month


1 day ago

Hokies in Seattle, prep Tennessee in Sweet Sixteen

NEW RIVER VALLEY


1 day ago

Virginia Tech, Roanoke College announce ‘Direct to Tech’ partnership

Roanoke College and Virginia Tech are partnering up to advance the technology field.

2 days ago

T.G. Howard Center launches ‘Hip Hop Program for the Elderly’

The Easter Bunny will visit some seniors in the New River Valley.

3 days ago

Montgomery County allows students, staff to take mental health days

The policy is working and helping connect families with resources.

Virginia Tech students speak out against potential tuition increase

At the Board of Visitors meeting Monday, several graduate and undergraduate students spoke to the board about why they should not raise tuition rates.

Radford Police searching for subject after vehicle pursuit

Radford City Police are searching for a suspect who they claim led them on a vehicle chase early Friday morning.

Giles County leaders looking to attract more business

Due to a state grant, Giles County is about to become more attractive to businesses.

SOUTHSIDE


2 days ago

63-year-old man dead after crash in Halifax County, VSP says

A 63-year-old man is dead following a crash in Halifax County Tuesday afternoon, according to Virginia State Police.

3 days ago

Montgomery County allows students, staff to take mental health days

The policy is working and helping connect families with resources.

13-year-old charged with first-degree murder in connection with death of 4-year-old sibling in Danville

A 13-year-old, who has not been identified, is facing a first-degree murder charge in connection with the death of his or her 4-year-old sibling, according to the Danville Police Department.

Halifax County authorities arrest man in connection with early Friday morning shooting

A search is underway for a man, who is believed to be armed and dangerous, in connection with a Friday morning shooting in the Clover area of Halifax County, according to the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office.

State police investigating fatal crash in Charlotte County

Virginia State Police is investigating a two-vehicle crash that left one dead in Charlotte County on Saturday.

$190,000 to provide local breast cancer screening to uninsured, underinsured

HIGHLANDS


3 days ago

Montgomery County allows students, staff to take mental health days

Businesses prep for Highland County Maple Festival

Man arrested following high-speed chase in Rockbridge, Alleghany Counties

Blue Ridge Bites: New Beer and Wine offerings at Caffé Museo

Clifton Middle School student facing felony charge after alleged threat against classmates

‘Evil in the world’: Woman taken by online predator as a teen, now educating others

BEDFORD


1 day ago

Man accused of 2020 Bedford Middle School arson to serve six years

A man accused of setting Bedford Middle School on fire back in 2020, was sentenced to six years in prison Friday.

3 days ago

64-year-old woman dead after Bedford County crash

Virginia State Police is investigating a deadly crash that happened on Wednesday in Bedford County.

Firefighters respond to large brush fire in Bedford

Firefighters responded to Smith Mountain Lake Parkway at Dowdy Crossing Saturday evening.

Bedford County to put SROs in elementary schools

The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is hiring for SROs and encourages people with at least two years of law enforcement experience to apply.

No one hurt after house fire in Bedford

Fortunately, no one was injured in a house fire in Bedford Tuesday night, according to the Bedford Fire Department.

Bedford County business creates area’s first student apprenticeship program

Wicked Diesel has continued to grow in business since it's conception in 2014.

BLACKSBURG


5 hours ago

Blacksburg Shooting Range Temporarily Closed

To protect public and firefighter health and safety, the Blacksburg Shooting Range in Montgomery County is temporarily closed. The entrance road to the shooting range is also temporarily closed.

1 day ago

Virginia Tech, Roanoke College announce ‘Direct to Tech’ partnership

Roanoke College and Virginia Tech are partnering up to advance the technology field.

3 days ago

Hokie community sends off women’s basketball team to Seattle

The Hokie Women are back in the Sweet Sixteen for the first time since 1999.

President of Botswana visits Virginia Tech

The President of Botswana paid a special visit to Virginia Tech Tuesday.

TSA looks to hire Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport officers

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is looking to hire more people ahead of the busy travel season.

Virginia Tech holds annual Pro-Day

More than a dozen NFL scouts were in Blacksburg on Monday.

CHRISTIANSBURG


3 days ago

Body found near missing Christiansburg man’s car in West Virginia, authorities say

A body was found in Hardy, West Virginia Wednesday near the car of an 86-year-old man reported missing out of Christiansburg in February, according to Christiansburg officials.

Catalytic converter theft in Southwest Virginia an ongoing problem

Catalytic converter thefts continue to be a problem here in southwest Virginia, according to local auto shop owners.

Due South BBQ in Christiansburg closing

Due South BBQ in Christiansburg will permanently close its doors soon due to “the continued high cost of food and labor,” the restaurant announced in a Facebook post.

Montgomery County School Board hears safety survey results

Students, parents and staff were amongst the respondents for the safety survey.

New River Valley shopping center booming with business

Christiansburg Marketplace has exploded with new businesses the past couple of years. But that’s just the beginning.

Spoons Frozen Yogurt set to open in Christiansburg

Hey, Christiansburg — there's another chill-out spot coming to your neck of the woods.

DANVILLE


1 day ago

No injuries reported after structure fire at Danville elementary school

There were no reported injuries after a structure fire broke out at Woodberry Hills Elementary School in Danville Saturday morning, according to the Danville Fire Department.

2 days ago

Reward increases to $10,000 for unsolved 2017 Danville murder

The reward for an unsolved 2017 Danville murder case has risen to $10,000, Danville officials announced Thursday.

Legal expert weighs in on 13-year-old charged with murder in Danville

A 13-year-old, who has not been identified, is facing a first-degree murder charge in connection with the death of their 4-year-old sibling, according to the Danville Police Department.

God’s Pit Crew in California for cleanup after devastating floods

Danville-based disaster response group God’s Pit Crew is on another mission.

Danville leaders break ground on Riverfront Park

Mayor Alonzo Jones and Danville City Council broke ground on the Riverfront Park Friday.

13-year-old charged with first-degree murder in connection with death of 4-year-old sibling in Danville

A 13-year-old, who has not been identified, is facing a first-degree murder charge in connection with the death of his or her 4-year-old sibling, according to the Danville Police Department.

SALEM


1 day ago

Virginia Tech, Roanoke College announce ‘Direct to Tech’ partnership

Roanoke College and Virginia Tech are partnering up to advance the technology field.

2 days ago

Watch history come to life at the Salem Museum

The Salem Museum is bringing history to life on Saturday, March 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

EXPLAINER: How this epic dust devil formed in Salem Monday

Amy Vizcarra submitted video of an incredible dust devil at Hidden Valley Country Club Monday

Recycling programs across SW Virginia finding new solutions after massive fire at RDS Warehouse

Joe Bedetto, the President of RDS, says the plant is not functional and they don’t have an estimated time on when it will be back open.

City of Salem looking to redistrict some elementary schools

Salem City Schools is looking at redistricting some elementary schools due to predicted growth in the Simms Farm housing development and the Valleydale Lofts Apartments project.

Salem High School nears completion of multi-million dollar renovations

Salem High School says the school renovations are 99% done.

MORE LOCAL HEADLINES


12 hours ago

Wind finally backs off; first Sunday of spring to be pleasant

5 hours ago

Pedestrian crash closes portion of Hershberger Rd. NW, police say

23 hours ago

Crews give all-clear after Berglund Center evacuation due to potential gas leak

1 day ago

No injuries reported after structure fire at Danville elementary school

1 day ago

Couple thrives after starting soap business during pandemic

1 day ago

Roanoke native hosting fashion show to raise awareness about domestic violence

1 day ago

Tracking heavy rain, thunder Saturday morning

1 day ago

Roanoke talent show held for gun violence prevention

1 day ago

Developer asks to withdraw application for Botetourt County apartment complex

1 day ago

Local experts share safety tips following multiple rabies cases in Southwest Virginia

1 day ago

Virginia Tech, Roanoke College announce ‘Direct to Tech’ partnership

1 day ago

Roanoke City Councilmember announces plans to run for Senate of Virginia

1 day ago

Sen. Tim Kaine calls surveillance video of Irvo Otieno’s death ‘blood chilling’

1 day ago

Search warrants reveal Lynchburg 16-year-old was in driver’s seat of car in deadly shooting

1 day ago

Gov. Youngkin announces over $8.1 million in GO Virginia grants

1 day ago

WATCH: 10 p.m. Weather Update – March 24, 2023 | Southwest, Central Virginia

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